A grumpy Louis Tomlinson flies into Sydney Airport, snarls at photographers

Fans of Louis Tomlinson have hit back at claims the former One Direction star snubbed them at Sydney Airport, claiming he was ‘gracious and generous’ with his time.

Fans of Louis Tomlinson have hit back at claims the former One Direction star snubbed them at Sydney Airport, claiming he was in fact “gracious and generous” with his time.

The Saturday Telegraph yesterday reported that Tomlinson was less than impressed to see waiting fans and paparazzi when he arrived in Sydney on Friday morning ahead of his national tour.

Flanked by security, a steely looking Tomlinson stormed through the Sydney airport terminal, before telling people to “get out of the f..king way”.

However diehard fans of the 32-year-old say he was referring to photographers, not fans.

“Let me please stress that Louis is the kindest person to his fans and would never ever scold them,” one fan said.

Former One Direction member Louis Tomlinson lands in Australia.

The solo artist was clearly hoping to make a stealth arrival, dressing down in a low-key graphic T-shirt, sweatpants, a cap and sunglasses, however his fans instantly recognised him and swarmed in for photos and autographs.

The singer is scheduled to kick off his national tour in Melbourne on Sunday. He will then play arena shows in Sydney and Brisbane.

Tomlinson (far right) with his One Direction bandmates on stage at Madison Square Garden 2012. Picture: Getty Images

When announcing his return Down Under, Tomlinson said: “Australia is somewhere I’ve always loved and really enjoyed visiting.

“I have some incredible tour memories there and I can’t wait to return and bring the Faith in the Future tour to Australia.”

Tomlinson is touring in support of his recently released second solo album Faith in the Future, a collection of songs “designed for the live environment.”

Faith in the Future became Tomlinson’s first chart-topping album in his home country, while it also reached the top five in Australia and the US. It was the follow-up to his 2020 debut, Walls, another strong performer on the global charts.

During his last visit, a confrontational Louis made headlines after he accused The Project’s Carrie Bickmore and of attempting to create a One Direction feud.

“There’s been a bit of 1D beef recently thanks to Liam who’s been speaking out about the band a little bit. When you look back on your experience about the band, how do you feel about your experience of those days,” asked Hellier.

Tomlinson replied: “Oh, so the fishing’s begun already!

“Yeah, I see what you’re doing.

No, listen, I’m immensely proud, as I know Liam is.

“I’m immensely proud of those days, obviously.”

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